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By Jesse Enkamp Are you scared of sparring? You’re not alone… This is a common question I get: “Jesse-san, how can I overcome my...
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Bulgaria with a brilliant performance at the IFK World Championships Great achievement for Bulgaria at the 7th IFK World Karate Kyokushin Championships. Nedzhmi...
Once upon a time, there was a Zen master who–er, stop me if you’ve heard this one before. This grey-haired-yet-never-grouchy man offered wise words...
Sleep may be the most overlooked skill for martial artists to develop, and make no mistake about it – sleep is a skill. You...
Turn Your Avocado into a Smoothie In a jujitsu match, an MMA fight, or a karate competition, you need strength and endurance to compete...
By Jesse Enkamp Are you scared of sparring? You’re not alone… This is a common question I get: “Jesse-san, how can I overcome my...
We are all aware that exercise generally has many benefits, such as improving physical fitness and strength. But what do we know about the...
Signing your child up for kids’ martial arts classes is one of the best things you can do to safeguard their future. It is...
Kyokushin Karate, renowned for its rigorous training and full-contact sparring, has made a significant impact on the world of martial arts, particularly in the...
About Sensei Nicholas Pettas: After being beaten up in a street fight when he was fourteen, he decided to join a karate school to...
“When you can snatch the pebble from my hand, it will be time for you to leave.” This iconic phrase, spoken by Master Kan...
Kata serves as a vital link to the rich history, tradition, and cultural heritage of Kyokushin Karate. Passed down from generation to generation, kata...
Kata plays a significant role in Kyokushin Karate, as it does in many traditional martial arts. Kata are pre-arranged sequences of movements and techniques...
Instructor: “All right! Ready to get signed up?” Student: “You bet. I can’t wait to become a lethal, but humble, weapon!” Instructor: “Awesome. I...
Martial arts have long been touted as a way to gain confidence, discipline, self-awareness, and mastery of body/mind stability. As a mental health counselor,...